Ralf Michael H.

About

I’m an experienced Senior Executive and CFO with a proven track record of leading global business units in the automotive and electronics industries and delivering large international transformation programs. I’ve built expertise across operations, sales, logistics, IT, and complex cross-border M&A in Germany and China.In several transformation programs I have driven global digital transformations, optimized corporate functions, optimized the production footprint, and executed strategic relocations in Europe, South and North America, and Asia. As a result, productivity increased by 10–15%, accompanied by more efficient processes and sustainable growth. To drive efficiency, I rely on data-driven insights, AI-powered automation, and automated reporting with standardisation to support operational excellence and long‑term value creation.

Experience

• Siemens (16 yrs 3 mos)
  • Project Manager & Head of PMO of a Global Transformation Program and P&L Optimization
    Feb 2025 - Present · 1 yr 5 mos

  • Head of PMO for Global Transformation Project SHERPA X | Business Process Transformation
    Oct 2022 - Feb 2025 · 2 yrs 5 mos

    Leading the PMO for SHERPA X – Siemens’ worldwide business process transformation program, including the implementation of a new IT enterprise architecture. Driving governance, transparency, and strategic execution across global initiatives. Expertise in program management, portfolio governance, change management, and digital transformation in complex international environments.

  • VP and Head of the Corporate Tranformation Project "Vision 2020+ Corporate Lean Function"
    Oct 2020 - Sep 2022 · 2 yrs

    As part of Siemens Vision 2020+, a project delivering 10% efficiency gains with the focus on global corporate functions Reporting line to the Executive Office of Dr. Roland Busch, CEO of Siemens AG.

• Member Board of Directors at Beijing Siemens Automotive E-Drive Systems Co.Ltd.
  Jan 2015 - Nov 2016 · 1 yr 11 mos

  Joint Venture between Siemens (60%) and BAIC (40%), established January 2015

• Lectureship at School of International Business and Entrepreneurship (SIBE)
  Mar 2012 - Mar 2014 · 2 yrs 1 mo

• Vice President & Controller I BT LV (former Division Power Distribution and Contols US) at Siemens Industry US
  Jun 2007 - Mar 2010 · 2 yrs 10 mos

  Turnover of 1B EUR; 11 factories in Mexico, Canada and the USA; 3,000 employees and with full P&L responsibility

• Siemens VDO AG (4 yrs 8 mos)
  • EVP & CFO Radio Navigation
    Oct 2006 - Jun 2007 · 9 mos

    Strategic reorganization of the former business unit multimedia and foundation of the new business with a product portfolio of radios and radio including navigation for automotive customers and aftermarket. Turnover of 850 Million €, 8 factories in North-America, West/East Europe and China. 6 R&D locations in USA, France, Germany, China and Singapore, 2.700 employees.

  • EVP & CFO Cockpit Modules & Systems
    Nov 2002 - Sep 2006 · 3 yrs 11 mos

    Turnover of 300 Million Euro, 4 Factories in France, Brazil, UK and Australia and 1 R&D location in Germany. Approx. 500 employees Board memberships: JV SAS, Turnover 3,5 Billion Euro, 22 factories world wide Siemens VDO UK, Turnover 170 Million Euro Siemens VDO do Brazil, Turnover 185 Million Euro, 3 local factories Implementation of a new strategic position of the business unit in 2006.